South Central Public Health District

Several people were honored Wednesday afternoon as this year’s Magic Valley Health Heroes.

Public health officials urge people to protect themselves against measles after nearly 50 people in Gooding County were exposed to the virus last month in Seattle.

In an effort to help parents and teachers learn more about the dangers of vaping, South Central Public Health District has planned a couple of classes in the Magic Valley.

If you’re thinking about giving up tobacco, here’s something that might help.

Magic Valley well owners can attend a free workshop that is planned for early April.

South Central Public Health District says it is looking for “health heroes" for 2019.

Southern Idaho health officials say people should include condoms along with the flowers and chocolates this Valentines Day as they kick off National Condom Week.

If you’re ever confronted with a family member or friend having a heart attack, there are some things you might be able to do to help. Learn what you can do at an upcoming CPR and first aid class.

Several area groups are teaming up to better educate students and their parents about the dangers of prescription drug abuse and vaping.

South Central Public Health District is opening two new WIC clinics in the Magic and Wood River valleys.

Several students in the Blaine County School District have been diagnosed with Pertussis, otherwise known as whooping cough, according to public health officials.

South Central Public Health District and the Idaho Department of Environmental Quality said they are lifting the public health advisory for Mormon Reservoir.

The upcoming classes, which are free to attend, are for anyone 18 years and older and will focus on the latest research on vaping and the risks of using e-cigarettes.

With just a few days before Thanksgiving, public health officials are urging people to take precautions when preparing their holiday meals in an effort to keep their families safe from food-borne illnesses.

Magic Valley residents will be able to dispose of unused and unwanted prescription drugs at an event set for this weekend

Public health workers met on Wednesday to learn about various pathogens and what they can do in the event of a disease outbreak.

Public health workers and emergency responders on Wednesday will take part in training in the event of an Ebola or other disease outbreak.

Public health officials are urging people to check their raw beef products for possible salmonella contamination.

Public health officials said on Wednesday that one case of whooping cough has been reported in the Wendell School District.

Southern Idaho health officials are warning people to practice safer sex amid a rise in sexually transmitted disease locally and nationally